Cher: 1984

Cher: 1984

Bob Chamberlin / Los Angeles Times

When in doubt, create a diversion. The leggy, fashion-forward singer-actress seemingly fumbled for words when she won for supporting actress for "Silkwood," so she asked the audience to "just look at my dress until I can think of something."

When in doubt, create a diversion. The leggy, fashion-forward singer-actress seemingly fumbled for words when she won for supporting actress for "Silkwood," so she asked the audience to "just look at my dress until I can think of something." (Bob Chamberlin / Los Angeles Times)

When in doubt, create a diversion. The leggy, fashion-forward singer-actress seemingly fumbled for words when she won for supporting actress for "Silkwood," so she asked the audience to "just look at my dress until I can think of something."